Let’s face it, some dog breeds just aren’t made for swimming! Unfortunately for French Bulldogs and other flat-faced (brachycephalic) breeds, swimming is notoriously difficult and in most cases, life-threatening. Fear not though, life jackets for French Bulldogs do exist and they’re absolutely essential if your Frenchie is going to be around water.
In today’s post we’ll be taking a look at some of the reasons why swimming is so difficult for these types of breeds as well our top picks for life jackets for French Bulldogs and other brachycephalic dogs.
IMAGE: by Karsten Winegeart (via Unsplash), feat. Ruffwear Float Coat Dog Life Jacket
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Put very simply, brachycephalic dogs are breeds with flat or ‘smushed’ faces. Their muzzles/snouts are extremely short in comparison to the width of their skull.
Common examples include French Bulldogs, Pugs, English Bulldogs, Pekingese and Boxers.
While ALL dogs should wear a life jacket if they are going to be spending time around water, they are especially important (and potentially life-saving) for Frenchies and other brachycephalic breeds.
Features to look for when deciding on a jacket that is right for your pooch;
IMAGE: Outward Hound ‘Standley Sport Life Jacket’ for Experienced Swimmers (via Outward Hound on Amazon)
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